Reviews of Swan House Tea Room and Bed & Breakfast
Cone Valley, Woolaston, Lydney, GL15 6AD, United Kingdom
#1 of 16 hotels in Lydney
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 115 B&B reviews
9.2Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.7
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Comfort
9.3
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Location
9.0
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.1
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Free WiFi
9.0
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Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Sara
United Kingdom1 review10“Great and lovely.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Great breakfast, friendly host and lovely location.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 28 January 2024
Georgina
United Kingdom28 reviews6 helpful votes10“Very comfortable and quiet.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I was given breakfast to take away. Really generous including freshly baked pastries.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Karen
United Kingdom9 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It was so clean and the decor was lovely. The staff were so very friendly and couldn't do enough for you. Martin the owner was such a lovely, warm and friendly gentleman. Breakfast was lovely and plenty of it too. Would definitely stay there again. Top marks!
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Rachel
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Quiet and comfortable”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The breakfast was tasty with a good range of choices. We also liked the room, which was comfy and clean.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Paul
United Kingdom20 reviews1 helpful vote10“Great find , Martin is a very good host , bed comfy and room very warm , fabulous breakfast . Would 100% recommend and w”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Rooms were very clean and conformable bed
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 15 November 2023
Rachel
United Kingdom5 reviews1 helpful vote10“Perfect overnight stay with beds like a cloud!”- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent hospitality for the night before my wedding. Rooms were comfortable and clean! Staff even got up early to make us an extra early breakfast before my big day. I couldn’t have asked for anything more.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Kirsty
United Kingdom1 review10“Friendly, helpful peaceful and clean place to stay, would recomend.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Definitely a minor thing but I am someone who likes to sleep with a slightly open window. We opened the door for fresh air when we were in the room but obviously had to close this when sleeping. Our room was designed that there were two large panelled windows either side of the door which did open, but fully so we kept locked when asleep for safety, a smaller half window or vent would be good. It wouldn't stop us staying again though and a fan was provided.
We loved our stay here, everyone was friendly, helpful and the room was very clean and comfy. The location is peaceful and quiet despite being near a fairly busy road. Room wasn't huge but had all we needed for a short break and we didn't go to spend the whole time in the room... It was nice to have our own entrance from the patio so we didn't feel we were disturbing anyone else if we got back late. Plenty of free off road parking was handy, there also was a bus stop not far away at all if no car but we didn't check out the availability / frequency of those. There's a good pub shortly up the road for food and drinks, uphill on the way there so the right way round. When we realised we had booked a day trip quite far away, we didn't have time for a sit down breakfast so a lovely take away breakfast was put together for us the night before which was much appreciated. We also decided that as a tearoom we should try the scones, which were delicous.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Lorraine
United Kingdom7 reviews10“Beautiful, cosy and a great host - definitely recommend :)”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing at all to dislike
What a lovely find. Cosy bed and breakfast, lovely and clean, cosy, beautiful decor and nothing was too much trouble for the host - totally recommend this gem of a place. My only disappointment was that I couldn’t try the afternoon tea which is their speciality. Next time :-)
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Chantelle
United Kingdom8 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Extremely clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed Martin, the owner was very helpful and accommodating
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Tracey
United Kingdom12 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Only issue there is no outside lighting which I presume is to be installed
Lovely place to stay Martin was very welcoming and helpful Very good breakfast
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Ewan
United Kingdom21 reviews1 helpful vote10“A wonderful couple of nights spent here. Owners friendly and accommodating. Good spot as a base for exploring the area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very comfortable, clean and lots of parking. Breakfasts were amazing.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Evans
United Kingdom4 reviews10“Relaxing and quite”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Absolutely nothing
The rooms were very clean and very well decorated and bed was comfortable. The owners were nice and very helpful the breakfast was really good all in all a nice quite and comfortable stay,we will return in the near future
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Dave
United Kingdom1 review10“Lovely property, very clean and well presented, with good facilities and welcoming hosts.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Lovely breakfast, nicely cooked and friendly welcoming hosts.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Richard
United Kingdom2 reviews10“Everything you could wish for a home from home. A big thank you to Martin (owner)”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Leaving, felt very at home.
Breakfasts was cooked to order so extremely fresh.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 9 September 2023
Barry
Australia117 reviews10 helpful votes9.0“Great stay for a couple of days”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Wonderful helpful hosts. Great breakfast. Modern bathroom
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Linda
United Kingdom55 reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Good, peaceful location for exploring the area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Bedroom a little on the small side. Fine for 2 nights but not for a long stay.
The host was very welcoming. Beautiful quiet setting. Extremely clean bedroom and bathroom. Breakfast was well presented and tasty.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 24 August 2023
David
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0“put the above two together.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
room a bit small but adequate for 1 night
excellent breakfast - with fried bread and not frozen hash browns. Friendly owners/staff.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Audrey
France12 reviews3 helpful votes10“A pleasant stay with friendly and relaxed hosts.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It’s on a busy road, but that was only an issue when we arrived. Our room was well away from the road.
A great welcome and engagement with the host throughout our stay when needed. We loved the hosted B&B. A cleverly designed and very clean room in excellent condition. Breakfasts were delicious and we also enjoyed a simple and tasty lunch in the tea rooms. We enjoyed dinner at two local pubs (very different) which were within walking distance.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 3 August 2023
Louise
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Fab breakfast, very comfy bed and lovely view from room
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 2 August 2023
Rogernewberry
United Kingdom43 reviews5 helpful votes10“Hidden gem in the beautiful Forest of Dean.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nothing all good.
Breakfast was wonderful! Pre selected the evening before. Room was lovely - we had the apartment which made all the difference. Staff really helpful and friendly. Such a nice area. Highly recommended!
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 26 July 2023
Jonathan
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Great service, very clean and breakfast was lovely!
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Stephen
United Kingdom5 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
There were no breakfast cereals. The nearby A-road was noisy at times during the night.
Breakfast was very good. Bed was very comfy. Room was clean and tidy.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 21 July 2023
Jon
United Kingdom14 reviews9.0“All great - no complaints at all. Loved the small river and woods close by”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 1 night
Couldn't see the TV from bed 😂 Everthing elese was great - I had the apartment with the kitchen.
Great location by the river and pubs not to far away.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 16 July 2023
Robert
United Kingdom7 reviews4 helpful votes10“Great service. Exactly what we were looking for”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very happy with everything
The service The room The bathroom The cream teas The staff recommendations Nearby pubs Location
Stayed in July 2023
